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For school games, just like Machiavelli, the end justifies the means

A match between St Joseph Boys and St Anthony Boys ended prematurely at the 80th minute after players clashed with FKF officials over officitiation of the game. [Osinde Obare, Standard]

It’s a no-brainer that the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) has been the main feeder for national teams and top clubs for decades.

In a country that lacks proper sports development structures at the federation level, the Ministry of Education (MoE) and KSSSA have ensured that Kenya doesn’t run out of talented athletes.

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